Tennessee

The state of Tennessee had a tremendous amount of construction growth in 2012. Construction workers are employed in a number of industries including government, commercial and residential. The Department of Commerce and Insurance is the place where you will find all the helpful information you need about licensing requirements.

Tennessee Research and Creative Exchange

The University of Tennessee maintains a unit at the College of Business Administration. The Tennessee Research and Creative Exchange unit is dedicated to the construction industry's research and policies. TRACE plays a key role in improving occupational safety and health administration services within the construction industry. This unit also conducts and maintains statistics and surveys that help improve the construction industry. You can visit their website to watch training videos, and to learn more about the organization. TRACE offers many advantages to the construction industry by addressing specific issues.

General Contractors

The AGC maintains a chapter in Tennessee that is located in Nashville. The organization offers a variety of help for general contractors and builders within the state. You can visit their website at www.tnagc.org. They also offer safety resources, information and the latest news in the construction industry. Membership benefits give you a lot of advantages such as job boards, convention and conference information. There are other branches of the organization located in different parts of Tennessee. The website also offers contract documents, continuing education opportunities and a construction directory.

HVAC and Plumbing Contractors

The Tennessee Association of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors is a nonprofit organization that operates within the state. You can visit their website at taphcc.com to learn more about joining this organization. There are four chapters within the state including Chattanooga, Knoxville, Middle Tennessee and Northeast Tennessee. The organization's website gives you valuable information about trade shows, industry news and networking opportunities. They also offer scholarships for students who wish to pursue a career as a HVAC contractor.

The scholarships are awarded by the committee each year for its members. Preferences are given to students who wish to enroll in program specific to HVAC or plumbing. This organization holds an annual golf classic that benefits the TAPHCC fund. Trade shows offer its members the latest products and demonstrations. They also offer plumbing and HVAC contest with prizes awarded. You will find free admission and free parking at all trade shows. Sign up for their newsletter to stay informed of the latest news in the HVAC and plumbing industry. The licensing requirements for HVAC and plumbing contractors vary according to the county. You can visit the Department of Commerce and Insurance to learn more.

Electrical Work

The State of Tennessee requires electric workers to be licensed. The Department of Commerce and Insurance is the licensing board for all electric workers in the state. You can visit their website to learn more about licensing requirements. You can also download an application on their website. You will find the details for the different types of licenses that are issued by the department. Their website also offers helpful links to other valuable information that pertains to contractors and electricians. The Department of Commerce and Insurance maintains a database on their website that allows you to search for contractors located within the state.

Home Inspectors

Home inspectors must obtain a license with the Department of Commerce and Insurance before working in Tennessee. You will find all the information you need by searching their website to learn about all contractor requirements within the state.